Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of special
"The diner was packed because their daily specials included crispy fried chicken and thick-grain pancakes."
In plain English: Specials are dishes that restaurants only serve for a short time, often because they use leftover ingredients or are just really popular today.
"We ordered the daily specials from the restaurant menu."
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of special
"She does not always feel that she is being treated specially by her friends."
In plain English: To make something special by treating it differently from the usual routine.
"The chef will specials the menu with seasonal dishes this weekend."
Derived from the Latin specialis, meaning "particular" or "distinct," this term originally referred to items selected individually rather than as part of a general group. In modern usage, it denotes special menu offerings or unique products available temporarily.